Discussion of regenerative landscapes at the Urban Farm.  Taking a desire to grow things to being a farmer.

A good frost/cold weather helps reduce the pests and the need for chill hours to set fruit in trees.

Another benefit of cold:  it helps things grow.

Discussion of permaculture.  Using observation and connections to see what is working and growing in your area.  Then create healthy soil for growing and better tasting produce.

Healthy soil acts like a sponge to soak up water and other things.

Talked about thunderstorms produce nitrogen contributing to greener plants.

Proper way to prep a 6 momths to year old citrus tree to save it from frost.  Use a sheet, not plastic.  Decideuous trees go dormant and like cold.

Other methods to keep trees from frost.

Protecting the soil is important.  Mulch does that.

Don’t overwhelm yourself when starting a garden.  Start small with a few plants.  Greg has some other ideas to consider like tower gardens.

The Flower Street Urban Gardens.  Check it out for more ideas.